An Introduction to Temazepam Dosing
The dose of
temazepam (
Restoril®) that your healthcare provider recommends will vary, depending on a number of factors, including:
- Other medications you may be taking
- Other medical conditions you may have
- Your age.
As is always the case, do not adjust your temazepam dose unless your healthcare provider specifically instructs you to do so.
Temazepam Dosing for Insomnia
The recommended dose of temazepam when treating
insomnia is typically 15 mg, taken at bedtime just before trying to go to sleep. For elderly people or people with other medical problems, the recommended dose is lower -- 7.5 mg taken at bedtime.
It is important to remember that temazepam is intended only for short-term use. Taking it for longer than seven to ten days is usually considered inappropriate.
General Information on Dosing With Temazepam
Considerations for people taking temazepam include the following:
- The medication comes in capsule form. It is usually taken by mouth at bedtime.
- Take temazepam just before you are ready to fall asleep, as it can work rather quickly.
- You can take temazepam with or without food. If the medication bothers your stomach, try taking it with food.
For the medication to work properly, it must be taken as prescribed. Temazepam may cause serious problems if you take it at higher dosages or for a longer period of time than your healthcare provider recommends
(see Restoril Abuse).
